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Regent opposes bill to dissolve university board
The leader of the Arizona Board of Regents is speaking out against a bill that would abolish the board and reorganize higher education in the state.
Univ. of Ariz. starts national civility institute
Two former presidents a�� one Republican, the other a Democrat a�� will chair a new national institute to promote civility in political discourse in the city where U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was severely wounded in a shooting rampage that left six dead, officials announced Monday.
Lawmaker would abolish Arizona Board of Regents
An Arizona legislator is proposing that the state board that oversees the entire public university system be eliminated and replaced with separate boards of trustees for each state university.
University presidents questioned on spending
State budget writers want to know why universities can't handle budget cuts now that they are taking in more money than they were three years ago.
University presidents: Proposed budget cuts would hurt research, innovation
Preparing for another big cut in higher education funding, the presidents of Arizona’s three public universities reminded lawmakers Jan. 19 that the their institutions are integral to the state economy.
For those in need, Brewer’s AHCCCS waiver is a kick in the teeth
I don't understand how people who profess to represent me just decide to kick me in the teeth and watch me bleed? Sending a request to the President asking to waive the requirement for States to maintain eligibility for public health benefits is doing just that to me, and others like me.
Tucson residents can buy blocks of solar power
Customers of Tucson Electric Power are being offered the chance to buy power from the company's newest solar plant.
Some question pep rally atmosphere at Obama speech
Obama spokesman Robert Gibbs said Thursday he and other aides didn't expect the president's remarks at the school's basketball arena to receive as much rousing applause as it did. Gibbs said the crowd's response, at times cheering and shouting, was understandable.
Healing, hope at Tucson memorial
Reflection and remembrance capped with a message of hope marked Wednesday’s memorial at the University of Arizona to pay homage to the six people killed and 13 wounded in the Jan. 8 attempted assassination of U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.
Officials: Frenetic morning for rampage suspect
For Jared Loughner, the morning of the deadly shooting rampage was a blur of activity.
Ariz. congresswoman less sedated, more responsive
U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords is less sedated and more responsive four days after being shot in the head.
Obama to travel to Arizona on Wednesday
President Barack Obama will travel to Tucson, Ariz., on Wednesday to attend a memorial service for the victims of last weekend's shooting rampage.
